Retailers, like Wal-Mart, ask their vendors to sign a code of basic labor.These retailers will also hire investigators or auditing firms to inspect the factories that their vendors use.Why would retailers do this?

Retailers want to focus on only having items made in their own country.

Retailers want to ensure supplier compliance of core labor standards.

Retialers are working towards collaborative merchandising.

Retailers are working to build strategic partnerships within Asia.